Rome Art and Community Center

Art and Improv - FREE event
2024-03-08 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Rome Art and Community Center, 308 West Bloomfield St., Rome, NY, 13440, United States
This FREE event will be lead by our instructor Suzanne Murdock Rodio. It will start with improve exercises and guidance. Then anyone who wants to do Improv is welcome or you can just watch and enjoy the show!

The Improv will be performed using cues from the local works of art in our show Slice of Life!

Suzanne Murdock Rodio is a Central New York based theater practitioner. As a seasoned actor and respected mentor, with a passion for the craft, she draws on decades of experience, including performances in Central New York, Germany, and Scotland’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Recognized by the Theater Association of New York State for acting and directing, Suzanne sets a high standard for excellence in the field. The essence of her teaching philosophy is a belief in the transformative power of acting, guiding students in technical skills, emotional intelligence and artistic expression. Known for fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment, Suzanne inspires actors to explore creativity and take risks in a safe space.

Jam With The Band Craobh Dugan O'Looney
2024-03-11 19:00 - 21:00
Every second Monday of the month the Mohawk Valley Bluegrass Association joins us for a concert and Jam Session.
Doors open at 6:30pm
$5 suggested donation
Beer, wine, and refreshments will be available by donation.
Musicians who play bluegrass music are encouraged to bring their instruments to join in and jam with the band after the concert. Our host for the evening and leading the jam session is Bill Fahy.
This month will be Craobh Dugan O’Looney.

Westie Wednesday Presents the Fox Trot
2024-03-13 18:30 - 21:00, 2024-03-20 18:30 - 21:00, 2024-03-27 18:30 - 21:00
The Month of March will be the Fox Trot
Everyone is welcome to attend and dance in an atmosphere that fits all skill levels from beginners to experienced dancers. Our instructors from 315 Dance do an amazing job and create a class that makes everyone love learning to dance!
Classes will be taught by Marty Comstock, GDPIA Certified, and Lili Piplica the fabulous instructors from 315 Dance.
Dance Class – 6:30pm
Open Dance – 8:00pm
$15 for the evening
Save $10 when registering for the whole month in advance!
According to Jason Tockey the executive director – “Dancing has a way of helping people build connections and community. Having Westie Wednesdays here at the RACC has helped us build friendships with a new group of people who are connected to each other through the shared experience of learning and socializing together. I think this connecting around the arts is exactly what Mrs. Carpenter had in mind when she offered the chance for her home to become a community space committed to the arts.”
“Nothing like a night of dancing, with friends old and new

Sip and Paint with Andrea
2024-03-19 18:00 - 20:00
for March’s Into the Arts Class we will be having a Sip and Paint. Join us and learn how to paint these pretty spring flowers. Class includes all supplies, a drink, and snacks.
Andrea Grellman will be leading the class. With over a decade of experience teaching and designing paintings for classes like these she makes it easy for anyone to create a beautiful work of art!

Community Easter Egg Hunt
2024-03-23 10:00 - 23:00
Everyone in the community is welcome to join us an Easter Egg Hunt, Children’s crafts, and a visit from the Easter Bunny!! This event is FREE and designed for children up to age 10. Egg hunt starts at 10am!

Bring something to collect eggs in!

Westie Wednesday presents the Nightclub Two Step
2024-04-03 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-04-24 18:30 - 21:30
The Month of April will be the Nightclub Two Step
Everyone is welcome to attend and dance in an atmosphere that fits all skill levels from beginners to experienced dancers. Our instructors from 315 Dance do an amazing job and create a class that makes everyone love learning to dance!
Classes will be taught by Marty Comstock, GDPIA Certified, and Lili Piplica the fabulous instructors from 315 Dance.
Dance Class – 6:30pm
Open Dance – 8:00pm
$15 for the evening
Save $10 when registering for the whole month in advance!
According to Jason Tockey the executive director – “Dancing has a way of helping people build connections and community. Having Westie Wednesdays here at the RACC has helped us build friendships with a new group of people who are connected to each other through the shared experience of learning and socializing together. I think this connecting around the arts is exactly what Mrs. Carpenter had in mind when she offered the chance for her home to become a community space committed to the arts.”
“Nothing like a night of dancing, with friends old and new

STEAM Open House - The Owl and The Silver Moon
2024-04-04 17:30 - 19:00
Join us for an Open House at The Owl and The Silver Moon pre-K.
Everyone is welcome to attend and see what The Owl and The Silver Moon can offer your children. The theme will be STEAM and we will have different activities for your kids to do while you get to see our classroom and learn about how you can get your kids off to a great start with our one-of-a-kind program.

Westie Wednesday present the Nightclub Two Step
2024-04-10 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-04-17 18:30 - 21:30

Beyond Decoupage
2024-04-30 18:00 - 20:00
The first decoupage class was a huge success so we are having another one with a twist! Bring in any keepsakes you want and we will show you how to create amazing art with them!
Bring out the artist in you!
Add your own treasures… pictures, postcards, letters, tickets, etc.
or use ours to add to your decoupage piece. Make a One-of-a kind treasure!!

Westie Wednesday presents West Coast Swing
2024-05-01 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-05-08 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-05-15 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-05-22 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-05-29 18:30 - 21:30
Everyone is welcome to attend and dance in an atmosphere that fits all skill levels from beginners to experienced dancers. Our instructors from 315 Dance do an amazing job and create a class that makes everyone love learning to dance!
Classes will be taught by Marty Comstock, GDPIA Certified, and Lili Piplica the fabulous instructors from 315 Dance.
Dance Class – 6:30pm
Open Dance – 8:00pm
$15 for the evening
Save $10 when registering for the whole month in advance!
According to Jason Tockey the executive director – “Dancing has a way of helping people build connections and community. Having Westie Wednesdays here at the RACC has helped us build friendships with a new group of people who are connected to each other through the shared experience of learning and socializing together. I think this connecting around the arts is exactly what Mrs. Carpenter had in mind when she offered the chance for her home to become a community space committed to the arts.”
“Nothing like a night of dancing, with friends old and new

Bite Sized Delights - Group Show
2024-05-02 17:30 - 19:30
Small art provides a tease that stirs our senses, perceptions, and thinking. This is a free open-call, non-juried, salon-style group exhibition open to art in a variety of mediums no larger than 16 inches in any one directions. Though small in size, we believe that these works can still convey big creativity.
Our opening reception is open to the public and is a great chance to chat with some on the artists while viewing this amazing group show. Entrance is free and we will have complimentary refreshment and beer/wine available by donation.
The show will be available for viewing during our normal hours 9-5pm Monday – Thursday and 9-2pm on Fridays until May 31st.
Art Drop-off
April 22-26
9am to 4pm (Monday –Thursday)
9am to 2pm (Friday)

Exhibition Dates
May 2 to May 31

Opening Reception
Thursday, May 2
5:30-7:30pm

Artist Artwork Pick-up
Business hours week of June 3 to 7

Lavender and Lemonade - Mother's Day Tea
2024-05-11 13:00 - 15:00
We cordially invite you to our annual Mother’s day Tea to benefit The Owl and The Silver Moon. Put on your favorite flower dress and your best hat, and join us for games, prizes, and refreshments.

Jam With the Band - Central Chapter Fiddlers
2024-05-13 19:00 - 21:00
The Central Chapter Fiddlers (CCF) are comprised of members from Central New York State and the southern Tug Hill region, including Oneida, Madison and parts of Oswego, Onondaga and Lewis Counties. Many of its members are very talented and experienced fiddlers who play in the Old Time, Irish and Bluegrass Genre. CCF perform throughout the year at various regional fiddling events, town parks, assisted living facilities, living history museums, dances, etc.
The Concert/Jam Session will be held on Monday evening May 13 at 7:00 PM – doors open at 6:30 – suggested donation is $5.00. Beer, Wine, and Soft Drinks will be available for a donation. The Fiddlers will give a short concert, followed by a Bluegrass jam session hosted by local musician Bill Fahy. The family friendly event ends at 9:00 PM.

Sip Into Spring Food and Wine Festival
2024-05-18 13:00 - 16:00
With the weather warming up and summer on it’s way, it’s the perfect time for a food and wine festival.
Join us for an amazing afternoon filled with live music, dancing, friends, food, and fun!
You will be able to sample fine wines, local craft beer, coffees, handmade chocolates, local cheese, desserts, flowers, and foods.

Some of our vendors will be
Roads End Orchards
Cats in the Attic Cards
Daisy Designs of CNY
Pile of Crafts
Tastefully Simple with Christine
Kelly’s Baklava
Isn’t it Sweet Candy
Caribou Candles
Generous Roasting
Frog Park Herbs 2
Mona Felitto Sauce Co.
Thousand Island Winery
Thrown Pottery Studio and Artisan Market
Conley Farms
Etched Gifts by Alyson
Copper Luxe Boutique
Big Papi’s Coquito Icey
Tug Hill Estates

Music, Stories, and Art - June
2024-06-01 10:00 - 11:00
The first Saturday of June, July, and August – Alliance Wind Trio joins for a great family event!
These mornings of art are open to the public and FREE!! These fun summer morning events are designed for preschool to early elementary-age children and families.
Alliance Wind Trio and RACC will team up to bring you, lively music, narrated musical stories, and fun art projects!
Each concert starts at 10am will last thirty minutes and includes a narrated story with music, as well as kid-friendly pops, marches, and more. The concerts are followed by an art project at 10:30am led by RACC’s instructors.
Each week will feature a different story
June 1st – The Lion Inside by Rachel Bright, presented alongside music of Florence Price
July 6th – TBD
August – 3rd TBD

Westie Wednesday presents The Salsa
2024-06-05 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-06-12 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-06-19 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-06-26 18:30 - 20:00
Everyone is welcome to attend and dance in an atmosphere that fits all skill levels from beginners to experienced dancers. Our instructor from 315 Dance does an amazing job and create a class that makes everyone love learning to dance!
Classes will be taught by Lili Piplica the fabulous instructor from 315 Dance.
Dance Class – 6:30pm
$15 for the evening
Save $10 when registering for the whole month in advance!According to Jason Tockey the executive director – “Dancing has a way of helping people build connections and community. Having Westie Wednesdays here at the RACC has helped us build friendships with a new group of people who are connected to each other through the shared experience of learning and socializing together. I think this connecting around the arts is exactly what Mrs. Carpenter had in mind when she offered the chance for her home to become a community space committed to the arts.”“Nothing like a night of dancing, with friends old and new

Nature's Splendor Group Show
2024-06-06 17:30 - 19:30
Call for Art!

Nature surrounds us and is full of diversity and intricacy. From the delicate blooms of flowers to the towering ancient trees to the powerful movement of water and the stately majesty of mountains, nature has the power to inspire and intrigue us. The exhibit is open to a variety of media including painting, printmaking, mixed media, drawing, sculptures, fiber, photography, etc.

Art will be accepted on a first come first serve basis. In order to be included in the exhibition artwork MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY to executivedirector@romeart.org by May 10th, 2024. Due to a priority on diversity of artists, please limit artwork to 6 pieces. Submitted work has a maximum size of 36 inches x 48 inches. Please submit all work in jpg format labeled with title of piece and dimensions including frame. For example: Ghostlylandscape22x36.jpg Please reduce file sizes to a maximum of 2.5MB per photo.
All works must be ready for hanging/display at the time of delivery. (i.e. properly wired for hanging, clean, etc.) Wall art must be properly framed or ready for presentation if not framed. Wires should not extend beyond top of frame as they cannot show during exhibition, no clip frames.

Artwork must be delivered and mailed or late work will not be accepted. Work may be delivered during business hours the week of May 28 – 31. Be prepared with information about your work to fill out a Loan Agreement at time of delivery. The information required includes artist name, address, phone, title, year, media, dimensions (including frame), and price. Please use a removable sticker or post-it note to label your work on the front, so it will be easy for us to identify when hanging your labels. RACC will retain a 30% commission on artwork sold during the exhibition. No work may be removed prior to the closing date of the exhibition.

Entry fee: FREE
Please email executivedirector@romeart.org or call (315) 336-1040 with any questions

IMPORTANT DATES
Submission of work for consideration
Friday, May 10 via email executivedirector@romeart.org

Art Drop-off
May 28 – 31
9am to 4pm (Monday –Thursday)
9am to 2pm (Friday)

Exhibition Dates
June 6 to July 5

Opening Reception
Thursday, June 6
5:30-7:30pm

Artist Artwork Pick-up
Business hours week of July 8 to 12

Karaoke Readers Theater
2024-06-07 17:30 - 19:30
Karaoke with no singing! Do you love theater? Come sign up to participate in short theatrical readings (or just. Come listen and be entertained). Bring your creativity and willingness to have fun!

Framed a Murder Mystery
2024-06-28 18:00 - 21:00
The Hemlock Players presents “Framed” a truly interactive Murder Mystery! Put your sleuth hats on, take out your pads and pencils and discover the crime of the century. Reservations are needed 315-336-1040
Seating is limited so call or purchase your tickets today.
